plural of congé

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of congé

(archaic) Alternative form of congee: a leavetaking, a farewell, in various senses; a bow, a curtsey, or similar gestures whether or not used for taking leave.

(archaic) Alternative form of congee: to take leave, to bid farewell, in various senses; to bow, curtsey, etc.

present participle of congé

(Christianity) A licence from the Crown in England issued under the great seal to the dean and chapter of the cathedral church of a diocese, authorizing them to elect a bishop or archbishop upon the vacancy of any episcopal see in England.